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answered on Apr 23, 2013
Need more information regarding the type of lien, circumstances of filing and date of filing. This is a matter that would be best handled by a contracts, business or real estate attorney.
answered on Apr 21, 2013
Child support and alimony are not dischargeable through bankruptcy.
answered on Nov 9, 2012
What is the question? Is it a Chapter 7 or 13? Does the person have assets that will allow you to get even pennies on the dollar? For the larger creditors, are they objecting to the bankruptcy? Depending on the size of the debt, you might want to take the time to go to the creditors'... View More 
answered on Aug 20, 2012
To a large degree it does. However, if there is no equity, generally the Trustee will have little interest.
If I agree to a Consent Order, and bring the account current, will the stay remain in effect after the the account is current? Will the Movant be authorized to take possession of collateral?
answered on Aug 17, 2012
A Consent to Motion for Relief of Stay, will waive the Stay for that Creditor alone. Then he will he will still have to proceed with repo if it is a car, or foreclosure if real property. You still have the right to fight the foreclosure, which could potentially give you months to years, but be... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2012
File a Proof of Claim. However, if it is beyond the Claim period, there is a strong chance that your Claim will be objected to.
I was awarded lifetime alimony in the state of S.C. in 2004. It is administered by the state of S.C. I currently live in GA. My ex lives in VA. He filed bankruptcy recently. He owes the state of S.C. for 2 months back alimony. How will this affect me?
answered on May 30, 2012
Per Bky Rule 523(a)(5, 15 & 18) you will not be affected. You cannot Discharge Alimony or Child Support.
The bank foreclosed anyway saying that since I filed three times within a year I lose, is that right?
answered on Feb 14, 2012
When a case is dismissed, it is generally with prejudice, meaning you cannot file again for 180 days (6 months). However, if it is to save your home, you could Motion the court to reinstate. This would require that you bring the payments due under the plan, up to date.
I as the creditor(Respondent) obtained judgement in magistrate court of Gwinnett county for alomost $2,000.00 however the Debtor(Movant) filed chapter 7 with The U.S.B.C. for The Northern District of Georgia Atlanta Division and now I am to respond to a Notice Of Requirement Of Response To Motion... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2012
Unless the underlying judgment was granted as a result of Fraud, DUI or Domestic Support, an object will not be granted. If you have one of these reasons, then clearly state it in a written objection, listing the case info at the top, then the reason, certify that you sent a copy to opposing... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2011
A Natural Person (vs. a business entity) can represent themself in court; however, bankruptcy is a very complicated area of law, involving a combination of Federal Procedures and State Laws. So, an attorney is recommended, though not required.
answered on Dec 1, 2011
It should be available at the website for your court and or the Trustee.
answered on Nov 10, 2011
Sign up for PACER. The service is free, as long as you use less than $10 per calendar quarter. You must know the specific District Court where the case was filed and use the service for that District.
answered on Nov 8, 2011
If the Judgment was for a unsecured and priority claim it will be discharged. If secured the collateralized item will be lost. If priority the claim will survive the bankruptcy. If you owned homestead real estate, you are keeping it and the judgment was not related to the property, you should do... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2010
A "movant" is the individual or entity who/that files a motion
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